Baltimore city's 2026 population is estimated at 569,779, reflecting a 0.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Baltimore city is the 5th largest county in Maryland. The 2010 population was 620,942 and has grown -8.24% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.2 years
Female: 37.3 years
Male: 34.9 years
There are 453,625 adults, (87,602 of whom are seniors) in Baltimore city.
Female: 306,638 (53.5%)
Male: 266,605 (46.5%)
The racial composition of Baltimore city includes 59.25% Black or African American, 26.89% White, 4.74% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 339,623 | 59.25% |
| White | 154,160 | 26.89% |
| Two or more races | 34,767 | 6.06% |
| Other race | 27,159 | 4.74% |
| Asian | 14,895 | 2.6% |
| Native American | 2,411 | 0.42% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 228 | 0.04% |
Baltimore city 's average per capita income is $53,802. Household income levels show a median of $62,177. The poverty rate stands at 19.75%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $120,599 | $154,701 |
| Families | $76,243 | $109,606 |
| Households | $62,177 | $89,265 |
| Non Families | $47,595 | $67,938 |
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